The Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA) has urged residents, developers, and property owners to obtain appropriate planning permits before commencing any building or development projects across the state.
The agency’s General Manager, Kehinde Osinaike, issued the call during a recent public engagement.
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He described planning permits as both compulsory and essential to ensuring developments align with the Lagos State Master Plan.
“Planning permits ensure structures are sited appropriately and contribute to a well-organised urban landscape,” Osinaike said.
He explained that the permit process plays a vital role in balancing the development of residential, commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, religious, and transportation infrastructure.
Osinaike also noted that the permits guarantee legal compliance, enhance property values, and support long-term urban sustainability.
“They help curb illegal developments, enforce zoning laws, and even influence the resale value of properties,” he added.
Reinforcing this stance, the Head of LASPPPA’s Monitoring and Compliance Unit, Olarinde Iyiola, emphasised that permits help prevent construction delays, legal disputes, and other regulatory infractions.
“Buildings erected with valid permits are more likely to meet safety standards and building codes, which ultimately protects lives and investments,” he said.
He added that such developments often have higher structural integrity and enjoy better market perception due to compliance with official regulations.
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Olarinde reaffirmed LASPPPA’s commitment to sustainable urban development, urging all stakeholders to prioritise obtaining planning permits before initiating any construction.
“This is a shared responsibility,” he said, “and a necessary step for a safer, more sustainable Lagos.”
